fabric talk
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Specifically developed for high aerobic activities. 2.5 layer HydroFoil™ fabric combines a lightweight ripstop nylon shell with a composite membrane that is completely waterproof, totally windproof and extremely breathable. The outer fabric is treated with a water repellent finish that encourages rain to bead up and roll off, while an inner textured finish enhances comfort against your body.
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Vortex™ |
Lightweight Vortex™ softshell combines a highly water resistant, windproof, breathable membrane with a smooth stretch exterior and durable water repellant finish. Not quite the same 'industrial-strength' waterproofness as HydroFoil™ but Vortex™ provides highly effective protection from light rain and cold winds. With their body hugging stretch fit and external rear pockets, Vortex™ softshell tops let you travel light 'n' fast through a broad range of conditions.
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microFoil™ |
Shell fabric constructed from 100% polyester micro fibres, tightly woven to block wind with a light coating to resist drizzle. The ultra-fine yarn is silk-like to touch but retains breathability. The outer surface is buffed to achieve a natural 'peached finish'.
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HyperActive™ |
A lightweight summer fabric from Italy packed with technology to keep you cool and dry as. The bi-component knit backs a sharp-looking polyester outer with a smooth layer of next-generation polypropylene microfibre against your skin. The polypropylene yarn absorbs almost no moisture, driving sweat away from your body. It even performs its magic in the wet under a rain jacket. The fabric dries at the speed of light - great when reduced to hand washing on tour.
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Summer fabric combining the functionality of synthetic fibres with the familiar look and feel of cotton. A bi-component knit couples an inner layer of polyester with a textured cotton outer to help manage hot-headed moments. The polyester wicks sweat away from your body while the cotton draws it to the outside, ensuring super-efficient evaporation to keep you cool. Developed by Ground Effect and knitted for us in New Zealand.
UPF 50+
Relaxed Fit |
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A bi-component thermal fabric combining 51% merino wool and 49% polyester. Superfine 18.5 micron New Zealand merino wicks sweat away from your skin while the polyester provides a durable, non-pill outer. Lightweight at just 160gm/m2 and machine washable. Developed by Ground Effect and knitted for us in New Zealand.
Man vs Wild
Snug-as-a-Bug Fit
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micro-fleece 100 |
Lightweight, quick-drying, non-pilling fleece knitted from 100% polyester micro fibre yarns and 'brushed' on both sides. Its hyper-soft finish makes it delicious to wear against your skin. Yum.
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WindFoil™ combines the insulative benefits of a polyester micro-fleece liner with a smooth, highly water resistant, softshell exterior. A totally windproof, yet highly breathable membrane is sandwiched between the inner and outer fabrics providing effective protection in cold, dry conditions.
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Merino Lycra |
4-way stretch winter luxury uniquely combines superfine NZ merino against your skin with a tightly woven, hardwearing nylon outer and an impressive 32% lycra. So garments both stretch and move with your body, plus deliver a compression-fit. Warm as pie. Developed by Ground Effect and knitted for us in New Zealand.
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Hot Shot™ Lycra |
4-way stretch nylon with a brushed inner for winter warmth and a tightly woven, hardwearing outer. Dries quickly and is blended with 13% lycra to stretch and move with your body.
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ShockWave™ Lycra |
4-way stretch nylon with a non-shiny finish. it's soft against your skin, yet is incredibly tough and dries quickly. Blended with 16% lycra to deliver body-hugging performance and durability.
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Hi-Impact™ Stretch |
Hard wearing and quick drying nylon fabric - tightly woven to deliver bulletproof performance, with mechanical stretch construction for a performance fit.
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Hi-Impact™ Plus |
Hard wearing and quick drying nylon fabric - tightly woven to deliver bulletproof performance.
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Merino/Nylon |
Toasty Merino wool knitted sock with nylon plated to the outside for durability. Blended with elastic for stretch.
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Cordura |
Super-tough 1000 Denier cordura nylon for maximum abrasion resistance.
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